Deck General (Supplementary) USCG Question #995 (Set 17)

INTERNATIONAL ONLY In addition to other required lights, a power-driven vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside displays __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — two white masthead lights in a vertical line

COLREG Rule 24(a) requires power-driven vessels engaged in pushing ahead or towing alongside to display two white masthead lights in a vertical line, distinguishing composite towing operations from standard single-unit power-driven vessels.

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